WW Zero Point Chili Recipe (in 5 Easy Steps!) The Holy Mess (2024)

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Weight WatchersWW Zero Point Chilirecipe is a favorite recipe of mine for years and I know you are going to love it, too. Thick, filling, and hearty for zero or low points (depending on your WW Personal Points), this recipe makes a great family dinner or a filling meal prep lunch option. With just 5 easy steps, you can have this on the table in no time.

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Easy WW Chili

This Weight Watchers soup recipe has been incredibly popular with readers of The Holy Mess, especially those who use it as part of our free 3 day diet. People exclaim that their kids and husbands love it too and would never know it’s a diet recipe. Many readers tell us this is their new go-to chili recipe.

Click here for the vegetarian version of this chili recipe, which uses grains and beans in place of the ground meat.

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Points for Chili on Weight Watchers

This delicious chili recipe is one of my go-to recipes as someone who is maintaining a 100+ weight loss. I’ve made it dozens of times and it turns out delicious each time.

Weight Watchers Points for this recipe: 0 points.Click here to track this recipe in the WW app.

Freestyle – 0 points per serving.

MyWW Blue – 0 point per serving.

MyWW Green – 4 points per serving.

MyWW Purple – 0 point per serving.

If you aren’t using the WW program, no problem. This recipe is still a fantastic option at less than 150 calories per serving.

WW Zero Point Foods

One of the things I love about the WW program is that every member gets a list of zero point foods. These are “free” foods that don’t have the counted in the system and can be eaten to satisfaction. (Click here for a list of the zero points foods with printable.)

While these foods do have calories so they can’t be eaten endlessly, research has proven that eating these foods to fullness leads to weight loss for most people. This chili comes together with all possible zero point foods, making it free from points for many members.

If you aren’t a WW member, I still encourage you to check out the zero point food list because these are healthy foods to make a regular part of your diet.

Click here for a list of 30 zero point meals and snacks.

How to Meal Prep Low Fat Chili

This delicious recipe is a great meal prep option.

  • Store this WW chili in the fridge for up to one week and enjoy it for lunch with a side salad or a piece of fruit. Keeps in the fridge for 4-5 days.
  • This chili freezes very well! Allow it to cool completely. Store in freezer containers or zipper bag. Store for up to 3 months.
  • To reheat, spoon chili into a microwave safe bowl and microwave until hot, about 2 minutes, stirring once or twice. Or reheat in a small soup pan on the stove top.

What to Serve with this Weight Watchers Chili Recipe

Here are some great options to serve with your chili.

  • Top with a low point cheese or low point crackers
  • Serve with a dollop of non-fat Greek yogurt
  • Serve with a size of 2 ingredient dough breadsticks
  • Serve with a salad like this meal prep garden salad in jars
  • Serve with a side of veggies and zero point ranch dip or zero point cauliflower dip

Turkey Chili Slow Cooker Instructions

The recipe card below includes stove top and Instant Pot pressure cooker instructions. To make this chili in the Crock Pot, follow these steps:

  1. Brown turkey and vegetables in a skillet on the stove top, as directed in the recipe below.
  2. Add all ingredients to a large slow cooker.
  3. Cook on HIGH for 4-6 hours or LOW for 8-10 hours and serve.

The Holy Mess Turkey Chili in 5 Easy Steps

Here are the step-by-step directions with photos for how to make this low calorie chili without garlic. We are guessing this will be your new favorite recipe!

Step 1 – Gather Ingredients

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Gather ingredients. This filling chili has ground turkey breast, beans, tomatoes, spices, and chopped vegetables.

Step 2 – Brown Ground Turkey Breast

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For WW members, if you have chicken or turkey has a zero point food, it’s important to buy ground turkey or chicken breast. (Not just ground turkey or chicken, which can be quite high in fat.)

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If you can’t found ground breast, you can use other chicken or turkey (or even very lean ground beef) but keep in mind it will be higher in points, fat, and calories.

If you haven’t worked with ground turkey breast before, here are a few tips to keep in mind. This is a very lean meat so it will take a bit more work to break apart. Adding a bit of water or broth to the pan helps prevent sticking and make it easier to work with.

Another helpful tip for using very lean ground meat: in chili, the meat will absorb the flavors of the soup so you don’t need to worry much, but if you are using ground chicken breast to eat in a main dish like tacos, try adding a bit of soy or Worcestershire sauce to improve flavor and color.

Step 3 – Chop and Saute Vegetables

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This chili is different than most recipes because we use not just onion and celery but also carrots and zucchini or green pepper. A trick of weight loss is to load your recipes with additional vegetables to make them more filling and decrease calorie density.

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Step 4 – Dump

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Drain and rinse beans to remove excess sodium.

Now you’ve done the hard part and the rest of the recipe is fast and easy. Dump in the cans and mix everything together.

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Step 5 – Simmer & Serve

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Simmer the chili for about 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Serve and enjoy or allow to cool if you are saving servings for meal prep. Enjoy!

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Weight Watchers Zero Point Chili Recipe

This delicious WW 0 Point Chili recipe is hearty and delicious while filled with plenty of healthy vegetables. Best of all, it's zero points.

Prep Time20 minutes mins

Cook Time30 minutes mins

Total Time50 minutes mins

Course: Weight Watchers

Cuisine: Weight Watchers

Keyword: Weight Watchers Chili

Servings: 8

Calories: 113kcal

Author: www.theholymess.com

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground turkey breast
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 cup diced zucchini or green peppers
  • 1 can kidney beans 15 oz, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans 15 oz, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can tomato sauce 15 oz
  • 1 can Rotel with green chilis 10 oz, be sure to get MILD if you don't like spicy, or use an extra can of diced tomatoes.
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes 15 oz, undrained
  • 2 T chili powder
  • 1 T cumin
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  • Pan fry lean ground turkey breast and set aside.

  • Using Pam cooking spray, sautee carrots, onions, celery, and zucchini. Add 1/4 cup water and continue to cook until soft.

  • Once vegetables are softened, sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes until spices are fragrant.

  • In a large cooking pot on stove top, add cooked ground turkey breast, vegetables, and all remaining ingredients.

  • Bring to a boil and then simmer for 30 minutes.

  • Alternately, place ground turkey breast and vegetables in the bottom of Instant Pot. Sautee until softened.

  • Pour in all remaining ingredients. Close lid and be sure valve is closed.

  • Select the Meat/Stew button. Cook for 20 minutes.

  • Carefully quick release and serve.

Notes

1 cup is 113 calories, 2 cups is 226 calories.

WW points calculated for a 2 cup serving. The 3 day diet plan uses a 2 cups serving.

Weight Watchers Points for this recipe: 0 points.Click here to track this recipe in the WW app.

If you cannot find lean ground turkey or chicken breast and use a higher fat ground poultry, I recommend adding 1 additional point per serving as an estimate.

Freestyle – 0 points per serving.

MyWW Blue – 0 point per serving.

MyWW Green – 4 points per serving.

MyWW Purple – 0 point per serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 113kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 680mg | Potassium: 327mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3405IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 2mg

What’s your favorite topping for chili? Have you made The Holy Mess Chili? Share in the comments below.

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FAQs

What is the secret to really good chili? ›

Only Add Flavorful Liquids

Instead of adding water to your chili, add some more flavor with chicken or beef broth, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, or even beet or wine. Each one of these options brings out different notes and levels of sweetness that will enhance your culinary creation.

What adds the most flavor to chili? ›

If you want more of a smoky flavor, add cumin, Spanish paprika, ancho chili powder, or a combination. If you are looking for more heat, add cayenne, crushed red pepper, or Hungarian paprika. If it's too spicy add a little brown sugar and some sweet paprika.

What are the best beans for chili? ›

The best beans for chili are pinto, kidney, and black beans, like in this easy and tasty recipe. This 3-bean chili freezes great for meals later in the week. If you prefer thinner chili, add an extra can of tomato sauce. The green chiles are not hot and add a wonderful flavor, so don't be afraid to use them.

Can I just eat zero point foods on Weight Watchers? ›

(It's a lot harder to eat six chicken breasts than six cookies,) In a carefully monitored clinical trial, members were able to eat zero Points foods, without tracking or measuring, and lose weight successfully. So go ahead and enjoy them!

What not to put in chili? ›

Beans and non-vegetable fillers such as rice and pasta are not allowed." If that sounds a bit uptight, the ICS's Homestyle Chili competition defines chili as: "any kind of meat, or combination of meats, and/or vegetables cooked with beans, chili peppers, various spices, and other ingredients.

What makes chili taste better? ›

"Adding fresh ingredients — like diced onions, cilantro, and jalapenos — will take any canned chili to another level," Dunleavy said. "The fresh burst of flavor will brighten and elevate the chili while also adding great texture and crunch."

What does cinnamon do for chili? ›

Cinnamon. The beauty of ground cinnamon is that it brings a warmth to your chili, without being spicy. It works well with other flavors commonly found in chili (like tomato, cumin and chile powder) so you only need a little bit to achieve the desired balance.

Does chili taste better the longer you simmer it? ›

A low and slow cook time—at least an hour total—is key for drawing out the most flavor in a pot of chili. Yes, a quick chili is most welcome on weeknights, but it won't have quite the same results. A slow cooker works wonders, but if you're short on time, try a pressure cooker.

What can I add to chilli to make it tastier? ›

Cinnamon, strong coffee, and dark chocolate all boost them meaty flavor in a good chili. Pick any of the following: 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1 whole cinnamon stick, a shot of espresso, a small cup of strong coffee, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, or a few squares of good-quality dark chocolate.

Which onion is best for chili? ›

Sweet onions are great for caramelizing due to their higher sugar content. You can cook them into your chili, serve them raw over top, or even elevate your chili with a sophisticated caramelized onion topping! Some of my favorite sweet onions are Walla, Walla, Maui, and Vidalia Onions.

Do you drain beans for chili? ›

However, canned beans are soaked in a canning liquid that can throw off your dish's seasoning and texture, so it's best to drain and rinse your beans before pouring them into your pot of chili. Canning liquid can also water down and dilute the flavors of your chili.

Can I lose 3 pounds a week on Weight Watchers? ›

Unlike many fad diets that promise unrealistic results over short periods of time, WeightWatchers says members can expect to lose 0.5–2 pounds (lb) [0.23–0.9 kilograms (kg)] per week, depending on their chosen plan.

Are fruits no longer zero points on Weight Watchers? ›

Fruit WILL be ZeroPoint food if it is: Fresh and frozen fruit without added sugars or fats. Canned in water. Canned in sugar-free artificially sweetened syrup.

Why do you put vinegar in chili? ›

With only about 1 tablespoon per pot added toward the end of the cooking process, the vinegar will make the flavors more vibrant without overwhelming the dish with its biting tang. Through just a splash, everything becomes a little brighter, and the chili's flavors are more balanced.

How do you make chili taste more meaty? ›

In a pot of chili, just a few strips of bacon add a smoky, meaty depth. And it's not just the bacon itself that adds flavor, it's the bacon fat, too. Before you start your recipe, cook 3 to 4 strips of thick-cut bacon until they're as crispy as you like.

Is chili better the longer it cooks? ›

A low and slow cook time—at least an hour total—is key for drawing out the most flavor in a pot of chili. Yes, a quick chili is most welcome on weeknights, but it won't have quite the same results. A slow cooker works wonders, but if you're short on time, try a pressure cooker.

What spices make chili hotter? ›

Spicier chili: to make chili even spicier, don't remove the ribs or seeds from the jalapeño. You can also add hot sauce, cayenne pepper, crushed red pepper flakes or dice up another hot chili pepper. I recommend trying the recipe as stated and letting the flavors sit for a few hours before adding additional spice.

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